Mission Ukraine

Explore the intricate diplomatic efforts that shaped Ukraine's path toward European integration in Mission Ukraine by Maciej Olchawa. Published by McFarland & Co Inc in 2017, this compelling paperback spans 184 pages and delves into the pivotal negotiations led by Aleksander Kwasniewski and Pat Cox. Over the course of a year and a half, the duo made 27 visits to Ukraine, advocating for the release of former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko to facilitate the signing of the Association Agreement with the EU. This mission was crucial in the EU's concerted effort to secure the Agreement, which held the promise of a brighter European future for millions of Ukrainians. Mission Ukraine offers readers an insightful look into the complexities of foreign relations and the determination to bring about change in a nation at a crossroads.